During this trip you will not only explore the charming Moselle River by bike, but also two of its tributaries. You can expect very special experiences of nature as well as numerous interesting historical centers with an old history - the city of Trier is a good example for this. The excellent infrastructure of rail and ship allows an easy visiting of many places and sights. Each river valley has its unique and special flair and even numerous castles line the way. Taste the local grape variety of the small wine villages or the beer of established brewers. A stressless and ideal bike tour to explore the region without daily packing your bags.
After an ample breakfast you take the train and reach Perl - where you start your first bike route. From there the Moselle River is the German-Luxembourgish border. Frequently, you see many vineyards, which offer a magnificent panoramic. You cycle to Konz, where the Saar River is flowing into the Moselle River and finally reach Trier again.
Today you explore the Saar River. You start your tour at the Obermosel River - then you´ll quickly reach the medieval town of Saarburg, with its unique castle ruin. After an extensive lunch break you cycle in a little bend, parallel over Tawern and Konz, back to Trier.
This day starts with a ship tour, where you can enjoy the fascinating Moselle panorama from a different perspective. Before start cycling you should visit the Roman wine presses in Piesport. The next stop should be in Neumagen-Dhron - which is regarded as Germany´s oldest wine village and would be a good place for a break. An educational wine trail provides information about the local grape variety. Back in Trier you will be impressed by the numerous monuments of history, as well as the wonderful panorama. (Outside the high season, that means April and from middle of October, the shipping is not possible. In this period we suggest a beautiful roundtrip from Trier to Schweich, respectively Mehring and back).
Today you´ll explore the city of Trier - on foot instead of using your bike. On a guided city tour you can experience the 2000 year old history very closely. The afternoon is yours to enjoy at leisure, before the evening takes you on a small wine journey: taste four different wines and the famous „Elsässer Flammkuchen“ - a typical culinary specialty, which is made in the stone baking-oven.
First you take the train to Bitburg-Erdorf - from there it´s not far to Bitburg, where you should taste the local beer. On your way back: First you follow the river Kyll until you reach Pfalzel. The last part you follow the Moselle River to Trier. In the evening there is plenty of time for reviewing your personal impressions of this wonderful bike trip.
After breakfast is individual departure. Upon request we can arrange an extension stay in Trier.
Tour character
All cycle tours run on flat terrain and are well signposted. Often you will use own bike paths or small side streets without much traffic. You just need to consider some more traffic if entering or leaving bigger cities. All together an easy cycle tour which doesn´t require more than basic fitness.
6 nights in 4* Best Western Hotel Trier City or 4*Superior Hotel Park Plaza Trier
Daily breakfast from buffet
Detailed travel documents 1 x per room
Well elaborated route
7-Day Service Hotline
Boat ticket from Trier to Piesport incl. bike (out of high season, i.e. April and from middle of October, it´s not possible)
Guided walking tour through Trier (Duration: approx. 2 hours)
Wine tasting with Elsässer Flammkuchen
Free use of internet (WLAN/LAN)
Personal welcome meeting and bike fitting
If half board: 5 x 3-course evening meal included (if Best Western Hotel it will be in a close-by restaurant)
Rental bike insurance
Infos
Arrival / Parking / Departure:
Trier train station
Frankfurt-Hahn or Frankfurt am Main airport
Hotel Park Plaza: public garage directly under the hotel for about € 20,- per day, no reservation possible, depending on availability at time of arrival, to be paid on spot.
Best Western Hotel Trier City: public garage or parking spaces in front of the hotel for about € 12,- per day, no reservation possible, depending on availability at time of arrival, to be paid on spot.
Please note:
Train tickets not included in the package, to be paid on spot
Where visitor´s tax is due, it is not included in the tour price
Accommodation
Best Western Trier
The central but quiet location directly on Viehmarktplatz / Europahalle is an ideal starting point for your activities.
Best Western Trier
The Best Western Hotel Trier City is located right at the beginning of the pedestrian zone in the oldest city in Germany and comprises a total of 127 rooms. In the stylishly furnished lounge you will find a variety of entertainment options, for example the hotel bar, the very popular pool table, table football, Playstation 4 or goal wall. The central but quiet location directly on Viehmarktplatz / Europahalle is an ideal starting point for your activities.
Located in the city center of Trier, near the Porta Nigra, the cathedral and the river Moselle, this 4-star superior hotel is an excellent location to start your cycling holiday.
Park Plaza ****S
★★★★S
Located in the city center of Trier, near the Porta Nigra, the cathedral and the river Moselle, this 4-star superior hotel is an excellent location for your cycling tour. A total of 142 stylishly furnished comfort and superior rooms welcome every guest with comfortable living comfort. With the variety of a Roman thermal spa, the Relaxarium wellness area awaits you - relax in a stylish Roman ambience with wonderful scents, soft colors and soothing sounds. Sauna, Roman steam bath, laconium, ice grotto and much more, as well as relaxation and massage and beauty treatments.